When Trea Turner struggled early in his first season with the Phillies, many expected the notoriously tough Philadelphia crowd to turn on him, but Phillies fans did something unforgettable instead. In August 2023, rather than booing, they gave Turner a standing ovation before an at bat, a powerful show of belief that seemed to lift a weight off his shoulders. From that moment on, his swing loosened, his confidence returned, and he caught fire down the stretch, helping spark a postseason push. It was a rare and beautiful example of a passionate fan base choosing encouragement over criticism, and it became one of the defining stories of that Phillies season.